Vocab 3 Flashcards
1
Q
hook/grabber
A
An interesting quote to attention grabbing question
2
Q
thesis
A
The main point of your essay
3
Q
transition word, phrases
A
Clarify the reader that you are talking in sequence
ex: to begin with or furthermore
4
Q
topic sentences
A
Clear focused sentences that concentrate on the single topic of that particular paragraph
5
Q
concrete details
A
Found in text
- Factual evidence found in text
- Quote that is from the text
- Detail that everyone believes to be true
6
Q
commentary/explanation
A
Your explanation of how the concrete detail you have chosen PROVES that your topic sentence/thesis statement is true. Demonstrate your thinking process
7
Q
thesis tie in
A
Sentence of your body paragraphs. Should tie your ideas in to the original topic/ position in your thesis
